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Amid rising economic hardship, Nigerians will begin paying a new tax on petrol consumption starting January 2026 as the Federal Government commences the implementation of a 5% tax on fossil fuels.

Under the new tax regime, motorists and consumers will be charged N500 on every N10,000 spent on petrol, in line with the government’s plan to generate additional revenue and promote cleaner energy alternatives.

The policy, which takes effect in January 2026, comes at a time when many Nigerians are grappling with high living costs, fueling concerns about its possible impact on households and businesses.

The Federal Government has declared Friday, September 5, 2025, as a public holiday to commemorate Eid-ul-Mawlid, the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad.

The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in a statement issued through the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Magdalene Ajani.

While congratulating Muslims in Nigeria and beyond, the government urged citizens to emulate the Prophet’s virtues of peace, love, humility, and tolerance. Nigerians were also enjoined to use the occasion to pray for peace, unity, and stability in the country.

The Federal Government wished all faithful a joyful celebration.

The National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Umar Damagum, has reaffirmed there will be no reversal on the party’s national convention slated for November 15–16, 2025, in Ibadan, Oyo State.

He made the declaration on Tuesday at the inauguration of the 110-member National Convention Organizing Committee (NCOC) in Abuja.

“As you know, the 2025 National Convention is scheduled to be held in Ibadan, and that is sacrosanct,” Damagum told party leaders and members.

The NCOC is chaired by Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, with Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke as vice chairman, while Governor Peter Mbah was named secretary.

Charging the committee to deliver a seamless event, Damagum urged members to be guided by “fairness, equity, justice, and unity of purpose,” asking them to set aside personal grievances and focus on rebuilding public trust. He said the convention should demonstrate that the PDP “remains the vanguard of democracy and the blueprint for due process,” and reassure members that the party “belongs to all.”

The inauguration took place at the NEC Hall of the PDP National Secretariat, Wadata Plaza, following approval by the National Executive Committee (NEC). Nigeria’s main opposition party will hold the convention in the South-Western state of Oyo.

A Magistrate Court in Ikorodu, Lagos, has ordered dual DNA tests to determine the paternity of late singer Mohbad’s son, Liam Aloba.

The tests are to be conducted in accredited facilities—one in Nigeria and another abroad—with representatives of both parties present during sample collection.

The court further directed that tissue or hair samples be extracted from Mohbad’s remains, currently at the Military Hospital in Yaba, for the tests.

Mohbad’s widow, Omowunmi Cynthia Aloba, raised no objection to the ruling. The case, which stems from family disputes over inheritance and paternity, has been adjourned until November 11, 2025, for further proceedings.

Nollywood has been thrown into mourning following the death of veteran actress Peju Ogunmola’s only son, identified as Ayomikun, also called Shina in some reports.

The young man, who had just completed his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme, reportedly slipped and fell in a bathroom while alone. Sadly, help did not come in time, leading to his untimely death.

The heartbreaking news was first shared by actor Odunlade Adekola, sparking an outpouring of grief from colleagues, fans, and friends across social media.

Ayomikun’s death has left his mother, Peju Ogunmola, and father, veteran actor Sunday Omobolanle (popularly known as Papi Luwe), devastated, as tributes continue to pour in from the entertainment industry.

Ondo Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has presented the instrument of appointment and Staff of Office to His Royal Majesty, Oba Isiaka Oseni Adu, as the new Alale of Akungba-Akoko, in Akoko South West Local Government Area.

The Governor, in a statement on his official X handle, described the event as historic, noting that it ends years of disputes within the community over the traditional stool.

Aiyedatiwa added that the recognition of Oba Adu underscores his administration’s commitment to fairness, justice, equity, and peace across Ondo State.

He congratulated the new monarch on his ascension, expressing hope that his reign will usher in unity, progress, and prosperity for the people of Akungba-Akoko.

Nigerian skit maker, Raji Samad Adetola, popularly known as Sanku Comedy, has died in a fatal car accident along the Oyo–Ogbomoso road in Oyo State.

The tragic incident occurred in the early hours of Monday, September 1, 2025, when the white Lexus SUV conveying Sanku and others veered off the road and plunged into a ditch. Eyewitnesses said all the occupants of the vehicle lost their lives despite being rushed to the hospital.

The crash has thrown fans and colleagues into mourning, especially as videos of Sanku’s last TikTok post—where he prayed against untimely death—went viral shortly after the news of his demise broke.

Tributes have continued to pour in from the entertainment industry, with many describing his death as a huge loss to Nigeria’s fast-rising skit-making community.

A new political group, under the aegis of the Coalition of Registered Political Party Members, CORPAM, has drummed support for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu, saying no forces can stop him in 2027.

The group, which cuts across members of 19 registered political parties in Nigeria, described David Mark, Amechi, Atiku and Aregbesola as the real enemies of the Nigerian masses.

The National Coordinator of the group, Oginni Sunday, made the declaration in Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Sunday at the launch of the Southwest chapter of a campaign group “Emilokan 2027”.

Oginni stated that, based on the president’s overall performance in office, “it is very important for all well-meaning Nigerians to join hands together for the successful 8-year tenure of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a greater and better Nigeria of Our dreams.”

The National Secretary of the New Nigeria People’s Party, NNPP, explained that the launch of “Emilokan 2027” is the celebration of the audacity of Tinubu’s courage when he made the famous declaration in the buildup to the 2023 presidential election.

His words, “Permit me to say here unequivocally that the spirit of Oduduwa and Egba ancestors positively entered Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and and like a possessed prophet of God Almighty made the declaratory statement that we all gathered here across political divides to celebrate today.

We are here once again in Abeokuta to invoke the same ‘Emi Lokan’ spirit that gave Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu victory in 2023, to ensure continuity of the great job he is doing. And with the collective support of everyone across political divides, it is possible to return President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as Nigeria President in 2027 with massive votes.

The likes of Mark, Amaechi , Atiku and Aregbesola are the real enemies of Nigerian masses. The true and genuine coalition being launched today by CORPAM is premised on the fact that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is able and capable to take Nigeria to the promised land with the support of all and sundry”, the NNPP National Secretary submitted.

Similarly, the spokesman of the Labour Party, Abayomi Arabambi, opined that the leaders of the ADC were members of the political elite that brought about the nation’s current economic transformation and insecurity and that they lacked the remedy to address the problem.

Tinubu’ll not step aside. He will spend that eight years conveniently in Aso Rock after which power can now go back to the North,” Arabambi said.

Meanwhile, the former State Secretary of the All Progressives Congress in the state, Ayo Olubori, advised Nigerians to remain unaffected by the political machinations and antics of the opponents of the president, stressing that the nation’s current hardship are a necessary step on the path to the promise land.

Oduduwa News can confirm that the Lagos State Police Command has announced fresh restrictions on the ongoing Egungun festival, directing that all activities be confined strictly to designated outing points and approved celebration venues.

The directive, contained in a statement issued on Sunday by the Command’s spokesperson, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, is aimed at safeguarding lives and property while ensuring the rights of all religious and cultural groups are respected.

According to the statement, the Command has prohibited public processions and street parades by masquerades and their followers, citing recent incidents of disturbances, property damage, and violent clashes between rival Egungun groups in different parts of the state.

“To guarantee public safety and prevent further clashes between rival Egungun groups as currently being witnessed, and to prevent damage to private and public properties as reported in recent days, Egungun masquerades, practitioners, and supporters are to strictly abide by these restrictions,” the Command stated.

The police further directed that all masquerade outings must be preceded by official notification to the Commissioner of Police, with practitioners required to apply for security coverage ahead of their events.

In a stern warning, the Command emphasized that it would not hesitate to apply the full weight of the law against any masquerade, adherent, or supporter found disturbing public order, infringing on the rights of others, or causing breaches of the peace.

The Alliance for Oke-Ogun Development AOD, on Sunday, pledged support and readiness to work with the newly appointed Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Agriculture and Technology, Okeho-Oke-Ogun, Prof. Babayemi Jacob, to actualise his dream for the newly established institution.

The National Coordinator, Alliance for Okeogun Development, AOD, Engr. Rafiu Otunba-Fasasi, disclosed this in his Congratulatory message signed on behalf of the group.

The group maintained that Prof. Babayemi Jacob appointed as the pioneer Vice-Chancellor of the First Federal University in Okeogun, as a testament to his tenacity and commitment to excellence.

Otunba-Fasasi noted that the new Vice-Chancellor came on high hopes as a humane gentleman, with sterling academic qualities and rare attributes of probity and rectitude to step up the game to take the Federal University of Agriculture and Technology, Okeho-Okeogun to its most prestigious place of pride.

The AOD’s National Coordinator added that the group is proud of his academic exploits and will be readily available to work with him.

“Accept our hearty Congratulations; as we look forward to partnering with your administration to ensure the Federal University of Agriculture and Technology, Okeho-Okeogun enjoys development and uninterrupted academic calendars during your tenure and beyond.” Otunba Fasasi said.